What is APP fraud and how can you tackle it as a small business?
Authorised Push Payment (APP) fraud is spiralling in the UK. Every year, thousands of individuals and businesses suffer significant financial losses because they have no idea of how to protect themselves against it. £583.2m was lost to APP fraud in 2021 according to the latest figures1. As criminals become more sophisticated, and we spend longer […]
Cybersecurity Trends – Our Predictions for 2022
Stay on top of your cybersecurity over the next 12 months and beyond. Over the past two years, the world has operated in fight or flight mode. Hasty reaction to the global pandemic has led to an abrupt adoption of remote and hybrid working practices. In response to this, cybercriminals have worked at a pace […]
Protect your business this Christmas – it’s the most vulnerable time of the year
With Christmas fast approaching, enhancing your IT security may not be at the top of your to do list. However just because you’re taking a break, doesn’t mean cybercriminals are too. Food to buy, presents to wrap, parties to attend, year-end figures to run… the list seems endless and relentless in the run-up to […]
Remote Working & Cyber Security – What do I need to know?
“It takes 20 years to build a reputation and a few minutes of cyber-incident to ruin it.” – Stephane Nappo Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, remote working in the UK has increased significantly. According to the ONS, in April 2020, nearly 50% in UK employment worked from home. Although many are now returning to the workplace, a great […]
Cyber Essentials Requirements Have Changed: Here’s What You Need to Know
Cyber Essentials Requirements Have Changed: Here’s What You Need to Know… Cyber Essentials is a government scheme that covers your business and ensures you are protected against IT threats. By holding a certificate, you protect both your clients and your business from potential devastating threats and indicate how seriously you take IT security. If you […]
Which cyber security certification is right for your business?
Business today relies heavily on the internet, no matter what the industry. The online world is constantly evolving, from an increase in video conferencing and homeworking to ecommerce transactions and contactless payments. With more and more critical data being stored and processed over both private and public networks, it is important to be aware of […]
Is Home Working Exposing Your Corporate Network?
Is Home Working Exposing Your Corporate Network? The pandemic of 2020 saw a rise in homeworking and many businesses have realised that this is a viable option for work going forwards. However, did you know that ransomware is one of the fastest growing crimes on the planet? So, ask yourself, is home working exposing your […]
